A Message of Introduction 
I N PREST^^NTING my 1936 catalogue, I wish first to announce that the 
purpose of compiling these pages is to give to the gladiolus growers not only 
a selected list of varieties but also valuable information that will be of 
assistance in the growing of better gladiolus. If I have done this I will have 
accomplished my purpose. 
Each year I endeavor to offer a list of gladiolus containing the finest varie¬ 
ties it is possible to gather together. To do this I have collected what I con¬ 
sidered to be the best American and foreign introductions and thoroughly tested 
them before offering them for sale. I have tried to give as accurate descrip¬ 
tions as possible but you must bear in mind that under varying conditions glad¬ 
iolus will not always give the same results. 
Included in this year’s catalogue are brief but concise cultural directions, 
giving information on soil preparation, planting, fertilizing, watering and culti¬ 
vating. The proper methods are given for the control of thrip in the garden 
and in storage. Also the proper treatment for the prevention of scab or neck 
rot. I trust that this information will be of some value to you. 
1935 Awards 
My gladiolus won the three major awards at the Minnesota Gladiolus 
Society Show again this past season. They are listed as follows: 
Minnesota Gladiolus Society Permanent Trophy for the grand sweepstakes. 
(The second consecutive year winning this prize.) 
The Colonial Gardens Challenge Trophy for winning the majority awards 
offered for the artistic arrangement of baskets, vases and bowls. 
American Gladiolus Society Gold Medal for winning the most points in the 
open class. 
Comparative Prices 
In buying bulbs do not consider price alone, as quality of the stock and 
reliability of the grower are of greater importance. However, I do believe that 
my prices are very reasonable considering that I offer good quality and service. 
Generous extras are always included with every order to insure you good value. 
Highest Quality 
My soil is well adapted to the growing of vigorous clean bulbs. Irrigation 
is resorted to when necessary, so that the bulbs will not lose their vigor strug¬ 
gling to exist during dry weather. All Glads offered in this list are grown in 
my nursery. I do not make a practice of buying bulbs for resale or having 
them grown for me. All bulbs are guaranteed to be free of disease and insect 
pests, true to name and full sized. 1 would suggest, if you want good north¬ 
ern grown stock, that you place your order without delay, as many of the newer 
varieties are very likely to be sold out early in the season. 
